In Marvel Rivals, Magneto stands out as one of the most formidable Vanguard characters. His unique skill to absorb damage and retaliate makes him a nightmare for players across all levels. When Magneto is part of the enemy lineup, he creates discomfort for allied DPS heroes, significantly increasing the challenge of securing a win.
The major drawback of facing Magneto lies in his ability to shield not only himself but also his allies. This complicates target selection during combat. If you find it tough to deal with Magneto, this guide will help you prepare, no matter which class you’re using.
Strategies to Counter Magneto
Magneto’s main abilities, Iron Bulwark and Metal Bulwark, create bubble shields that protect himself or his allies depending on which ability he activates. Each time a unit protected by these shields is hit, it gives Magneto stacks that fuel his Mag Cannon, enabling it to deal damage proportional to the shield’s absorption capacity.
To effectively counter Magneto, focus on timing your attacks around his cooldowns. His shields have a shared cooldown, meaning he can’t apply both at the same time. This opens up opportunities—attack either Magneto or his allies to create openings.
Avoid attacking any enemy under Magneto’s shield, as this only helps him. Use stuns to fully disable him, allowing you to unleash your attacks without worry. Magneto is especially vulnerable to melee heroes like Magik and Thor, who can hit hard while he waits for his shield to recharge.
Don’t unleash powerful projectiles when Magneto is about to charge his ultimate, as he can absorb those shots and grow stronger. Keep characters like Hela, Punisher, and Hawkeye on hold when you see him gearing up.
Countering Magneto as a Strategist
There are several Strategists capable of effectively countering Magneto. Notable mentions include Luna Snow and Mantis, as Luna can freeze Magneto while Mantis can incapacitate him, creating opportunities for attacks from your team.
Exercise caution when using Mantis against Magneto; despite her sleep ability countering him, he excels in dealing with ranged champions.
Cloak and Dagger are also effective against Magneto. Their Terror Cape ability can blind him, disrupting his strategy and forcing him to use shields on himself instead. This leaves his allies open to attack while isolating him.
Strategies to Counter Magneto as a Vanguard
Two strong Vanguard units that can effectively confront Magneto are Hulk and Thor. They can engage in close combat, making it hard for Magneto to retaliate.
While Magneto can use his shield to block damage, melee heroes can attack indefinitely, taking advantage of the long cooldown on his shields. Once they expire, Magneto lacks defenses, and both Thor and Hulk can dominate with their powerful melee attacks. Additionally, Hulk’s Gamma Burst skill can stun Magneto once his shield is down, further exposing him to damage.
Countering Magneto as a Duelist
Like Vanguards, melee Duelists are an effective counter to Magneto. The best choices in this category are Magik and Iron Fist, who can engage Magneto up close, preventing him from charging his Mag Cannon. Both characters possess abilities that help them sustain in battle, allowing them to face Magneto head-on.
Spider-Man also proves to be a good counter, as he can inflict significant damage while his agility and stunning capabilities create confusion for Magneto. Black Panther can also work well against him, but mastering his combo moves is necessary for success.
Psylocke can take on Magneto effectively; her multiple dashes and strong hits enable her to engage quickly. She can bait out Magneto’s shield and retreat, then re-attack once the shields are down.
